2010 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Sentra would be higher. Both 2010 Nissan Sentra and 2012 Scion tC are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Scion tC | |
Make | Nissan | Scion |
Model | Sentra | tC |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |